Katrina Washington
Blytheville,AR
Summary
Resourceful Special Education Paraprofessional with 9 years of experience assisting classroom teachers and promoting individualized learning techniques. Certified in first aid and CPR. Dedicated to encouraging and motivating students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
SpEd Paraprofessional
Blytheville Primary School
Blytheville, AR
12.2020 - Current
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Instructed small groups of students in alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Supervised test taking and graded papers.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground and on field trips.
- Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.
Janitor
SG360°
Blytheville, AR
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Completed sweeping and vacuuming, glass cleaning and trash collecting.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
Pre-K Teacher
Kidzney Zone Academy
Jonesboro , AR
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Kidspot
Jonesboro , AR
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rivercrest High School
Wilson, AR08-2006
Skills
- Progress Monitoring
- Teacher Assistance
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Special needs
- Behavioral plan management
- Student Supervision
- Classroom Organization
Timeline
SpEd Paraprofessional
Blytheville Primary School
12.2020 - Current
Janitor
SG360°
01.2020 - 07.2023
Pre-K Teacher
Kidzney Zone Academy
05.2018 - 08.2019
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Kidspot
01.2015 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Rivercrest High School